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Leibniz University Hannover offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific environment, embedded in the outstanding living conditions of a modern metropolis surrounded by greenery. The Institute of Earth System Sciences, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Department of Vegetation Ecology, Biodiversity and Ecosystem Dynamics, is seeking to fill the following permanent position as soon as possible: Scientific Associate in Plant Ecology and Biodiversity Research (salary grade 13 TV-L, 100%) Your position at a glance  They are responsible for teaching courses totaling 10 LVS in the fields of botany and ecology in various degree programs (especially B.Sc. and teacher training programs), including lectures, identification courses, field practicals and the supervision of theses. They are involved in the department’s research activities and participate in applying for third-party funding as well as in ongoing research projects (including joint publications). They assume organizational tasks with their own responsibility in the academic self-governance within the department. Who are we looking for? The prerequisite for this position is a completed doctorate in biology, plant ecology, botany, or a related field, as well as several years of postdoctoral experience. Demonstrated expertise in research and teaching in at least one of the following areas is expected: vegetation ecology, plant sociology, plant population biology, biodiversity research, functional ecology, or biogeography. Furthermore, a strong publication profile in international journals, appropriate to the respective career level, as well as proven teaching experience at a university, especially in practice-oriented teaching formats, are expected. Other qualifications include: Experience with field ecological methods, especially vegetation surveys, reliable species identification (at least in Central Europe) and sampling solid knowledge of modern quantitative data analysis methods (e.g. in R or Python) Experience in applying for third-party funding or substantial involvement in such applications very good German skills, both spoken and written, for conducting lectures The following skills and abilities are advantageous: strong teaching motivation and didactic competence Strong organizational skills and resilience, especially in teaching-intensive tasks. independent yet team-oriented work style Experience in handling vegetation databases (e.g. Turboveg, EVA or comparable proprietary data structures) Basic GIS knowledge (e.g., QGIS or ArcGIS), including map creation and simple spatial analysis. Willingness to familiarize oneself with historical datasets and long-term data Experience with multi-day field work, including work under challenging environmental conditions Driving licence class B or the willingness to obtain one at short notice Leibniz University Hannover is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. Our goal is to utilize the potential of everyone and create opportunities for them. We therefore welcome applications from all interested individuals, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We strive for an even distribution of employees and a reduction of underrepresentation in accordance with the Lower Saxony Equal Opportunities Act (NGG). Therefore, we welcome applications from women for the aforementioned position. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified. What do we offer? With more than 5,000 employees, Leibniz University Hannover is one of the largest and most attractive employers in the Hannover region. We offer an exciting interdisciplinary and international working environment and promote the personal and professional  development of our employees, from subject-specific and interdisciplinary skills to leadership competencies and language skills. Part-time work, mobile working, and working from home are possible by arrangement. We support the  reconciliation of family and career with emergency childcare and holiday care services, as well as parent-child offices, and offer individual advice on family and caregiving responsibilities. For the health and well-being of our employees, we offer a comprehensive  sports program with over 100 sports, a fitness studio including a sauna, and a climbing wall. The goal of our  health management program is to ensure a healthy workplace, for example, with courses on stress management, healthy eating, and relaxation. Further information  For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Sergey Rosbakh (phone: 0511 762-3631, email:  rosbakh@geobotanik.uni-hannover.de ). Please submit your application, including a cover letter (max. 2 pages), complete CV, certificates, and lists of publications and courses taught, by April 15, 2026 , in electronic form (documents in a single PDF file named with your last name) and with the reference “VegEco26” (e.g., Schmidt_VegEco26) to Email:  apply@geobotanik.uni-hannover.de or alternatively by post to: Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz University Hannover , Faculty of Natural Sciences, Institute of Earth System Sciences, Department of “Vegetation Ecology, Biodiversity and Ecosystem Dynamics” (“Geobotany”), Herrenhäuser Str. 2, 30419 Hannover Information pursuant to Article 13 GDPR regarding the collection of personal data can be found at:  https://www.uni-hannover.de/de/datenschutzhinweis-bewerbungen/

Nestled in a modern city surrounded by nature and with an exceptional standard of living, Leibniz University Hannover offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community. The Institute of Botany welcomes applications for the following position starting July 1st, 2026: Research Staff (PhD student) in the field Plant Biochemistry (salary scale 13 TV-L, 65 %) The fixed-term position is for a duration of 36 months with a possibility for extension. The position is part of a collaborative project between the working groups “Biochemistry of Plant Specialised Metabolites” (Prof. Dr. Jakob Franke, Leibniz University Hannover), “Synthetic Biology” (Prof. Dr. Russell Cox, Leibniz University Hannover), and the group of Prof. Dr. Roy Weinstain at Tel Aviv University, Israel. The working place will be located at the Centre of Biomolecular Drug Research of the Leibniz University Hannover. You can find information about the involved groups on our websites: https://www.botanik.uni-hannover.de/en/research/research-groups/franke-group/ https://www.oci.uni-hannover.de/en/research-groups/synthetic-biology https://en-lifesci.tau.ac.il/profile/royweinstain Your role  We offer you an opportunity to conduct a PhD thesis in the context of an exciting interdisciplinary collaborative research project funded by the VolkswagenStiftung “Research Cooperation Lower Saxony – Israel” programme. The aim of the research work is to identify enzymes involved in the temporary inactivation of gib-berellin phytohormones. The tasks of the position comprise: Selecting potential gene candidates from plant sequence datasets with bioinformatics tools Cloning of gene candidates from plants and screening in Nicotiana benthamiana Recombinant protein production and biochemical characterisation of enzymes in vitro Chemical analysis and purification of gibberellins from Nicotiana benthamiana or from a heterologous Aspergillus oryzae platform. The position also involves travelling to a kick-off meeting in Israel and a three-month research stay at Tel Aviv University, Israel. Who are we looking for? The successful candidate must hold a university science degree (diploma/master or equivalent) in the area of biochemistry, biotechnology, life science, biology, or related courses, ideally with a focus on plants. We expect above average grades, high motivation and interest in interdisciplinary research. In addition, we are looking for a candidate with the following: Experiences with heterologous gene expression and purification of proteins are required. Experiences with biochemical assays and their analysis by chromatography are required. Experience with cloning and general microbiology are required. Experience with bioinformatics analysis of large sequence datasets is desirable. Experiences with the purification of natural products by column chromatography and preparative HPLC are desirable. Very good written and oral English skills for working in an international team and to fulfil research tasks are required. Equal opportunities and diversity are core values at Leibniz University Hannover. Our goal is to tap into individual potential and open up possibilities. We therefore welcome applications from anyone interested in the position, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. We strive towards a balanced and diverse workforce and a reduction in under-representation in accordance with the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz – NGG). We therefore also welcome applications from women for the above-mentioned position. Preference will be given to equally-qualified candidates with disabilities. Why join us? With more than 5.000 employees, Leibniz University Hannover is one of the largest and most attractive employers in the Hannover region. We offer a vibrant interdisciplinary and international working environment, and promote personal and professional development ranging from subject-related skills to leadership and languages. Remote work (mobile work, work from home) can be arranged upon request. We support employees with balancing work and family life, through services such as back-up childcare, childcare during school holidays, and parent-child offices, as well as providing individual advice regarding family responsibilities and caring for dependants. To promote health and well-being among employees, we offer an extensive sports programme with over 100 different sports, as well as a fitness centre with a sauna and climbing space. Health management measures, such as courses on stress management, good nutrition and relaxation, aim to ensure a healthy workplace. Additional information For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Jakob Franke (tel.: +49 (0)511 762-2628, email: jakob.franke@botanik.uni-hannover.de). Please submit your application and supporting documents by March 29th, 2026 electronically as a single PDF-file to Email: jakob.franke@botanik.uni-hannover.de or alternatively by post to: Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover Institut für Botanik Prof. Dr. Jakob Franke Herrenhäuser Str. 2, 30419 Hannover Information on the collection of personal data according to article 13 GDPR can be found at: https://www.uni-hannover.de/en/datenschutzhinweis-bewerbungen/

At the University of Göttingen -Public Law Foundation-, DNPW – Dept. Tropical Crop Production and Agrosystem Modelling, there is a position as Scientific researcher (PhD position) Integrating genetics into crop models (all genders welcome) salary group 13 TV-L/75% to be filled. Starting date is 6/1/2026. The position is limited to May 31, 2030. The Georg-August University of Göttingen, Germany is an internationally renowned research university Founded in 1737 in the Age of Enlightenment, the University is committed to the values ​​of social responsibility of science, democracy, tolerance and justice. It offers a comprehensive range of subjects across 13 faculties. The Division of Tropical Plant Production and Agricultural Systems Modeling (TROPAGS) of the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, is pleased to announce and invite applications for a  Scientific researcher:  “Integration of genetics into process-based crop models to simulate biotic–abiotic stress interactions and their impacts in maize” This is a four-year 75% (29.85 hours/week) PhD position whitch will be filled as soon as possible to work on the DFG-funded MultiStress Research Unit 6101. It is open to all qualified individuals (m/f/d) who are eager to engage in cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research at the interface of crop modeling, genetics, environmental science, plant–biotic interactions and ecological dynamics. Context: MultiStress RU 6101 investigates how maize responds to multiple, interacting abiotic (eg, drought, nitrogen deficiency) and biotic (fungal disease; herbivory) stress factors. Through an integrated experimental–modeling approach, the project aims to improve our understanding and prediction of crop performance under complex stress environments. This PhD position is an integral part of the modeling subproject (SP6) of MultiStress RU and will focus on integrating the genetic make-up of different temperate and tropical maize genotypes into a new MultiStress crop model. Main Tasks: • Review existing crop modeling approaches and identify gaps regarding process descriptions of multiple abiotic and biotic stress interactions • Testing pre-selected base models (eg SSM) regarding their capability to simulate crop responses to water and nitrogen stress using existing data; perform model evaluation and intercomparisons • Link genetic with metabolic and ecophysiological traits to model parameters through an index and define genotype-specific response functions. • Validate the model for the studied genotypes using (unused) experimental data from CE field trials. • Analysis model outputs and jointly with researchers from SPs4-6 explore how concomitant biotic + abiotic stresses affect maize yield & quality under varying environmental and future climate scenarios. • Collaborate closely with other subprojects within the RU, linking experimental, modeling, and synthesis activities. • Publishing your research in international peer-reviewed journals ​Required Qualifications: • Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Crop Science, Agronomy, Agricultural or Environmental Sciences, Plant Pathology, Systems Biology, or a related field • Strong interest in quantitative crop modeling and the interaction between genetics, plant physiology, environment, and pests/diseases. • Solid skills in programming and data analysis (eg, R, Python). • Experience with process-based models, genomic prediction models (GP), experimental datasets, or parameter estimation is an advantage. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary and international team. • Very good command of English, both written and spoken   We offer: • A dynamic, interdisciplinary, and internationally leading research environment within the DFG Research Unit MultiStress. • Excellent supervision and training opportunities in model development, data interpretation, and scientific communication. • Access to unique multi-stress experimental datasets and high-performance computing infrastructure. • Opportunities for international collaboration and conference participation.   Interviews will be scheduled to take place between 24 and 27.03.26, for which you will receive an invitation by 20.03.2026.   The University of Göttingen is an equal opportunities employer and places particular emphasis on fostering career opportunities for women. Qualified women are therefore strongly encouraged to apply in fields in which they are underrepresented. The university has committed itself to being a family-friendly institution and supports its employees in balancing work and family life. The University is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled employees and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of qualification equals, applications from people with severe disabilities will be given preference. A disability or equality is to be included in the application in order to protect the interests of the applicant. Please upload your application in one pdf file including the usual documents until 3/31/2026 on the application portal of the university using this link: http://obp.uni-goettingen.de/de-de/OBF/Index/76359 . For more information get in touch with Reimund Roetter directly via email: reimund.roetter@uni-goettingen.de, Tel. +491705591529 . 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The Institute for Sugar Beet Research gGmbH at the University of Göttingen is a nationwide research institution in Germany dedicated to developing sustainable sugar beet production methods. Located in Göttingen, the institute is seeking to fill a position for a second Research Assistant (PhD student) (m/f/d) within the Department of Phytomedicine. This position is a three-year fixed-term appointment within the project “Generation of recessive resistance to aphid-transmitted viruses in sugar beet using novel breeding technologies – a case study on establishing targeted genome modification in a versatile crop – RecREdit.” The position offers the opportunity to pursue a doctorate. Salary is based on the German public sector pay scale (TV-L, pay grade EG 13, 65%). In preliminary studies, modern breeding technologies have enabled the generation of recessive resistance to the beet chlorosis virus by knocking out the susceptibility factor eIF(iso)4E in sugar beet. The aim of this project is to characterize the host-virus interaction in detail using protein-protein interaction studies and novel genomic techniques for targeted gene modification. The main focus will be on reducing fitness losses and broadening resistance to other virus species. Your tasks: – Protein-protein interaction studies (YTH, BiFC, proximity labeling), – Standard molecular biological methods such as viral gene cloning, virus infection methods, virus purification, and quantitative detection methods – Aphid transmission of plant viruses in greenhouses – Preparation of scientific manuscripts, project reports, and presentations for conferences Professional and personal qualifications: – Completed university degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in plant sciences, agricultural sciences, horticulture, biology, or related disciplines, preferably with a focus on phytopathology or molecular biology – Good knowledge of protein-protein interaction analysis – Experience in plant molecular biology, ideally also in molecular plant virology – Excellent written and spoken English skills – Good German skills are advantageous – Ability to work independently, teamwork skills, and flexibility – Class B driver’s license and willingness to travel We offer: – Remuneration based on the TV-L (EG 13, 65%) – The opportunity to pursue a doctorate through the University of Göttingen – Collaboration in our dedicated scientific team and international network – interdisciplinary research and an intercultural working environment – well-equipped experimental infrastructure (laboratories, greenhouses) – flexible working hours with the possibility of working remotely part of the time – living and working in the university town of Göttingen. The doctoral program is accompanied by active participation in the doctoral program for agricultural sciences at the University of Göttingen. Preliminary inquiries can be directed to Prof. Dr. Varrelmann ( varrelmann@ifz-goettingen.de ) . Please submit your application to the Institute for Sugar Beet Research, Holtenser Landstraße 77, D-37079 Göttingen, or as a PDF via email to bewerbung@ifz-goettingen.de by March 31, 2026.

The Georg-August-University Göttingen Foundation under Public Law – DNTW – Department of Ruminant Nutrition is seeking to fill a position as soon as possible. Research Associate (m/f/d) – Pay grade 13 TV-L – A part-time position (65% of regular weekly working hours) is available. The position is limited to a three-year term. Employment is within the framework of the collaborative project Agri:change, which focuses on agri-photovoltaic systems on rewetted peatlands: grassland management, forage value of the vegetation, and sheep grazing. The position is located within the departments of Ruminant Nutrition (Head: Prof. Dr. Jürgen Hummel) and Grassland Science (Prof. Dr. Johannes Isselstein). We offer: • Excellent work opportunities in an innovative research project • Integration into a work package with other stakeholders from related scientific fields (product quality, animal husbandry, veterinary medicine), embedded in a large network with diverse questions and methodological approaches on the topic of transformation in agriculture • Further qualification through scientific work in the areas of grassland management, grazing, and forage evaluation • Opportunity to utilize the extensive continuing education opportunities offered by the University of Göttingen.   Your tasks: • Setting up and managing field trials in PV systems on rewetted peatland grassland • Conducting and coordinating investigations into the nutritional value of growth from photovoltaic systems or rewetted areas (e.g., nutrient analyses, in-vitro fermentation) • Conducting a stakeholder survey on agro-photovoltaics or rewetted areas • Participation in national project meetings and contributing to the handling of project matters • Statistical analysis of data, preparation of project reports and scientific publications.   Your profile : • An excellently completed Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences or a related field. Subjects • Prior knowledge of grazing and grassland management issues • Excellent written and spoken English and German skills • Knowledge of statistics, ideally with R • Desirable: Prior knowledge of scientific writing • Willingness to travel within Germany • Strong communication skills and enjoyment of teamwork.   The position is intended to support the qualification of young scientists and offers the opportunity to pursue a doctorate. The University of Göttingen aims to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented and therefore strongly encourages qualified women to apply. It also considers itself a family-friendly university and promotes the compatibility of academic/professional life and family. The university is particularly committed to the professional inclusion of employees with severe disabilities and therefore welcomes applications from people with severe disabilities. In cases of equal qualifications, applications from people with severe disabilities will be given preference. Any disability or equivalent status should be included in the application to ensure the applicant’s interests are protected. Please  submit your application, including all relevant documents, by April 16, 2026, exclusively via the application portal http://obp.uni-goettingen.de/de-de/OBF/Index/76400 . For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Jürgen Hummel, Email: jhummel@gwdg.de, Tel. +49 551 39-23359 Note: Please be advised that submitting your application constitutes your consent under data protection law to the processing of your application data by us. Further details regarding the legal basis and data usage can be found in the information sheet on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Apply Now